Earthquake-Proof Foundations

USC Keck stayed open during the Northridge quake because of its foundation. This Practical Engineering video transcript explains earthquake-proof foundations and how base isolation works. I built a small shake table demo, and I cover seismic codes, hospital seismic design and protecting critical equipment.

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Rolly's Take

For the inquisitive minds who find beauty in the intricate dance of engineering and nature's might. They seek to understand how resilience is crafted — both in buildings and in life — and appreciate the art of protecting what matters most, even amidst chaos.